Senior Project Manager, FERC

TRC Companies, Inc. • Houston, TX

6d • Remote

About The Position

TRC, a Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm recognized as a top design firm in the energy sector. TRC and WSP collectively employ over 83,000 experts dedicated to creating positive, long-lasting impacts across various sectors including power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings. The company fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and professional growth, offering opportunities to work on challenging projects and rewarding employees for successful performance through training and skill development. This specific role is within the Planning, Permitting and Licensing practice in the Southeast Region, focusing on supporting a growing Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) practice.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science/Arts degree in biology or a related field (e.g., ecology, wildlife biology, aquatic biology, botany, zoology, environmental science, natural resources management).
• 8 to 15 years of experience performing and managing environmental planning, permitting, and licensing projects, with a focus on oil and gas midstream permitting including FERC projects.
• Strong verbal, written, presentation, and client management skills.
• Demonstrated ability in leading and managing complex projects.
• Goal-oriented, quality-focused, and successful in creating and fostering a team environment.
• Local regulatory experience in the Southeast with USACE, USFWS, State Wildlife and Natural Resource Agencies, and Local Governments.
• NEPA experience completing Environmental Assessments and/or Environmental Impact Statements.
• Demonstrated experience as a primary author on natural resources reports for various agencies and project types/sizes.
• Strong understanding of the midstream oil and gas market.
• Proven track record with business development, business management, and oversight of regional businesses.
• Experience managing cross-disciplinary scientific and engineering teams and front-end project development projects.
• Strong business acumen and attributes.
• Commitment to TRC Values: Safety, Quality, Integrity, Creativity, Accountability, Teamwork, and Passion.

Nice To Haves

• Master's of Science or Master of Business Administration Degree.
• 15+ years of experience.
• Experience with Energy Transition (Hydrogen, CCUS, Wind, Solar, etc.) projects.
• Direct experience managing complex Environmental Reports for FERC regulated long distance pipeline projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental reports and complex field and desktop assessments for FERC projects (7c/b traditional and pre-filing, blanket prior notices), as well as permitting for natural gas operation and maintenance projects.
• Attend technical conferences, showcase services, enhance TRC’s brand, engage with clients, and represent OneTRC.
• Maintain quality and profitability on projects, and assist in managing and developing the skillsets of Project Managers and other employees.
• Develop, monitor, and adhere to budgets, scopes, and schedules for managed tasks and projects.
• Lead FERC and other oil and gas/energy transition midstream solicitation requests in collaboration with technical teams, operations, and market directors.
• Manage medium to large-scale, often multi-disciplinary projects and maintain productive client relationships.
• Lead applicant-prepared and/or third-party environmental planning related to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), including the preparation of Environmental Assessments and Environmental Impact Statements.
• Lead permitting efforts with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) for wetland/stream delineations, Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 404 permitting, and Endangered Species Act (ESA) threatened and endangered species habitat assessments.
• Lead state and local permitting efforts.
• Mentor and coach staff on technical delivery, quality, and project financials.
• Sell environmental planning and permitting services for midstream oil and gas clients, and identify opportunities to sell all of TRC’s Sector Services (Environmental, Power, Infrastructure, Field Services) under the "OneTRC" initiative.
• Travel out-of-town approximately 25% of work time.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package with traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off (15 to 25 days per year, contingent upon employment status and seniority).
• A minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year for full-time employees.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with state laws for all employees, including part-time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior